Kolkata Police Officer Arrested Following Allegations of Sexual Misconduct at Puja Pandal

A Police Officer in Kolkata Police has been taken into custody after a viral video and official allegations surfaced accusing him of sexually harassing a young volunteer during festive celebrations in New Alipore.

The event occurred late in the evening on October 17, roughly between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM, near the exit perimeter of the prominent Suruchi Sangha pandal. The 21-year-old complainant was actively fulfilling her volunteer responsibilities at the location when the officer allegedly subjected her to unwanted physical contact.

Prompted by a formal written report submitted by the victim, authorities at the New Alipore Police Station initiated legal action by registering Case No. 202 on October 18, 2026. The charges have been filed under Section 75(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

The individual in custody has been recognized as Assistant Sub-Inspector Kabirul Islam—alternatively documented in administrative files as Kabirul Hasan Mondal—aged 50. He is stationed with the 3rd Battalion, ‘B’ Company of the Kolkata Armed Police. Law enforcement representatives verified that the suspect’s relatives have been formally notified as the investigation.

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